Show postponed due to weather
The Kimmy Schwimmy Show scheduled for Feb 27 at 2 p.m., a benefit for the Weehawken High School Marching Band, was postponed due to inclement weather. The show will be re-scheduled in the very near future and all previously purchased tickets will be honored on the new date. For more information, please call (201) 401-9288.
Weehawken ranks top in county in mag poll
Weehawken was listed as 150th of 566 municipalities in the state and number one among the 12 communities in Hudson County, in New Jersey Monthly’s “2010 Best Places to Live” list.
The list was compiled by researchers at Monmouth University’s Polling Institute who considered eight categories representing quality of life: population growth, home values, property taxes, land development, employment, crime rate, school performance, and proximity to services.
Household income was not considered, and home values were measured by the rate of increase or decrease over three years rather than by current prices. Towns with relatively slower growth and more open space were rated more favorably. Towns with lower unemployment and crime rates also scored higher, as did those close to more hospitals.
Restaurants invited to participate in Taste of Weehawken
The 10th Annual “A Taste of Weehawken” will take place on April 27 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at The Food Court at Lincoln Harbor. The event offers food enthusiasts the opportunity to sample the fare from dozens of restaurants and food purveyors as participating restaurants are given the opportunity to showcase their unique styles. Restaurants interested in participating should contact (201) 963-1600 or e mail tasteofweehawken10@yahoo.com.
Proceeds from the popular culinary event help support events and programs at Weehawken Public Library and Multi-Media Center. Tickets will go on sale next month, for more information contact the Weehawken Library at (201) 863-7823.
Chabad of Hoboken celebrates Purim
Chabad of Hoboken’s annual Grand Purim Party will be held at the Elks Club, 1005 Washington Street on Feb. 28. This year’s theme, Purim at the Circus, will feature a Kosher circus-style buffet dinner, including concession stands with hot dogs, cotton candy and popcorn, circus décor and entertainment for the kids. Doors open at 3 pm and the reading of the Megillah will commence at 3:30 pm, followed by a scrumptious buffet dinner, live music and dancing, and the traditional hamentashen.
All are welcome to join regardless of affiliation or background. The cost is $25 per adult and $10 a child/ Stevens students at the door.
Senior Department announces two programs
Mayor Turner and the Township Council invite all seniors to participate in a new initiative being undertaken by Weehawken High School 11th graders. The “Adopt A Grandparent” program will begin on March 12 from 2:30 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at the Senior Center, 201 Highwood Avenue. Weehawken High School students will visit the center to share their time and talents. The program is open to all who are interested in bridging the gap and spending quality time with a student who is equally interested.
The Weehawken Senior Department will also be having a trip to the Brownstone in Paterson on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17th for a celebration of Irish Heritage. The ticket price of $45.00 includes a meal, entertainment, and transportation. Buses will leave the Pathmark lot at 10:15 a.m. Bus tickets are limited to Weehawken Seniors only. For more information or to sign up for either of these programs, please call (201) 319-6060.
Mobile Health Van to visit Weehawken
North Hudson Community Action Corporation Mobile Health Van will be visiting Weehawken from 9:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. on March 9 at 525 Gregory Avenue in the Community Room and on March 15 at 2-4 Potter Place in the Rear Meeting Room. Glucose, blood pressure, and cholesterol screenings will be performed free of charge. For more information please call (201) 319-6060.
Tax awareness seminar for small businesses
On March 3 at 8:30 a.m., the Meadowlands Regional Chamber of Commerce’s Small Business Council will host a seminar on the awareness of tax appeal, property tax, and filing information. The event will be held at Herten Burstein in Hackensack. For more information, directions, and registration call (201) 939-0707 or visit www.meadowlands.org to register online.
JCPD to be guest speakers at NAMI meeting
On March 9, members of the Jersey City Police Department will be the guest speakers at the monthly meeting of NAMI-Hudson, National Alliance on Mental Illness, Hudson County chapter. They will talk about how the police handle the mentally ill, and answer questions. Monthly meetings are held at 3040 Kennedy Blvd. (entrance on Huron St. back of St. John’s church) in Jersey City at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
NAMI is a free local support and information group for family members of those with mental illness. For more information contact (201) 861-0614 or email namihudson@msn.com.